Scarborough Conservation Area

Scarborough is a substantial conservation area in England, covering approximately 269.2 hectares of protected landscape. The area has been designated to preserve its distinctive character, including its historic buildings, street patterns, and open spaces. The area contains 274 listed buildings, highlighting its exceptional concentration of heritage assets.

At 269.2 hectares, this is a large conservation area — significantly bigger than the UK average of around 45 hectares.

Notable Listed Buildings

• Grade I Butter CrossYO11 1QL
• Grade I Church of St MartinYO11 2DB
• Grade I Church of St MaryYO11 1HY
• Grade I King Richard's HouseYO11 1PF
• Grade II* 1-15, the CrescentYO11 2PW
• Grade II* 14a, 14b and 17, St Nicholas StreetYO11 2HF
• Grade II* 23 and 24, King StreetYO11 1ND
• Grade II* 2, Quay StreetYO11 1PF
• Grade II* 32, Queen StreetYO11 1HN
• Grade II* 37 and 39, EastboroughYO11 1PB
• Grade II* 5 Queen StreetYO11 1NB
• Grade II* 7 Queen StreetYO11 1HA
• Grade II* 9, TuthillYO11 1QS
• Grade II* Church of St Andrew (United Reformed)YO11 2LL
• Grade II* Cliff End HouseYO11 2HA
• Grade II* No. 45, Quay StreetYO11 1PG
• Grade II* St Martin's VicarageYO11 2BY
• Grade II* Talbot HouseYO11 1HA
• Grade II* The Art GalleryYO11 2PW
• Grade II* The Grand HotelYO11 2ET

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Nearby Conservation Areas

• Falsgrave0.9 km
• Weaponness1.3 km
• Dean Road and Manor Road Cemeteries1.4 km
• Scalby4 km
• Scalby4 km
• Cayton5 km
• Irton5 km
• Seamer5.4 km

About Scarborough Conservation Area

Is my property in Scarborough Conservation Area?

Use the free HeritageCheck postcode checker to instantly find out if your property is within the Scarborough Conservation Area boundary.

What restrictions apply in Scarborough?

Properties in Scarborough Conservation Area may face restrictions on demolition, tree work (6 weeks' notice required), and certain exterior alterations. Contact your local planning authority for specific rules that apply here.

Learn more: What is a Conservation Area? · Restrictions · Planning Permission · CA vs Listed Building · Trees